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Renting in Argentina

Partially verified Last verified June 15, 2026 Reviewed by Henry van de Vorming

Renting in Argentina splits into two very different worlds: traditional long-term unfurnished leases (usually in pesos and typically requiring a local property-owning guarantor) and furnished "alquiler temporario" rentals aimed at foreigners and remote workers, which are easier to arrange but cost more. Since the December 2023 DNU 70/2023 deregulation, lease duration, deposit, payment currency and rent-adjustment terms are all freely negotiated between the parties rather than fixed by law.

The rental basics

Typical lease
2 years
Deposit
1 mo rent
Furnished
Furnished + unfurnished
Mid-term market
Strong mid-term market
Address registration
Not required

Agency fee: In the City of Buenos Aires (CABA), Law 5859 (in force since 2017) prohibits charging the rental-agency commission to residential tenants who are individuals — the landlord pays it (capped at 4.15% of the total contract) — so tenants pay nothing. Outside CABA tenants commonly pay the broker fee, typically around one month's rent. Furnished temporary rentals booked through expat-focused agencies usually bundle any fee into the price.

Your rights as a tenant

After DNU 70/2023 repealed the 2020 rental law (Law 27551), leases revert to the Civil and Commercial Code with broad contractual freedom: term, deposit amount/currency and the rent-adjustment index are negotiated, not capped. Tenants retain Code protections, including the right to terminate early after six months with notice (paying a penalty of 1.5 months' rent in the first year, otherwise one month — art. 1221), urgent-repair remedies, and a presumed 2-year term for residential leases when none is stated.

Good to know

  • Furnished, flexible monthly rentals are widely available in Buenos Aires and usually skip the local-guarantor requirement, making them the easiest path for newcomers
  • In Buenos Aires City the landlord pays the agency commission by law (Ley 5859), so residential tenants face no broker fee there
  • Post-2023 deregulation lets parties agree terms freely, including paying rent in US dollars, which many expat-oriented furnished rentals do
  • Strong, mature short/mid-term market with established expat-focused agencies and large online portals (Zonaprop, Argenprop)

Watch out for

  • Traditional long-term unfurnished leases typically demand a 'garantia' (a property-owning local guarantor or a paid guarantee service), which is hard for newcomers to provide
  • Furnished temporary rentals command a sizeable premium over local long-term peso rents and are often priced in USD
  • With deposit, currency and rent-adjustment indexation now freely negotiated rather than capped by law, read the contract carefully and confirm the adjustment mechanism before signing
  • Online listings and informal 'temporary' deals attract scams; verify the property and never pay before viewing or using a reputable agency

Where to look

ZonapropArgenpropMercado Libre InmueblesBlueground (furnished temporary)ByT Argentina (furnished temporary)Facebook expat housing groups

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Renting in Argentina: FAQ

Renting in Argentina: FAQ

How much deposit do I need to rent in Argentina?

Landlords typically ask for around 1 month of rent as a security deposit, on top of the first month upfront, plus any agency fee (in the city of buenos aires (caba), law 5859 (in force since 2017) prohibits charging the rental-agency commission to residential tenants who are individuals — the landlord pays it (capped at 4.15% of the total contract) — so tenants pay nothing. outside caba tenants commonly pay the broker fee, typically around one month's rent. furnished temporary rentals booked through expat-focused agencies usually bundle any fee into the price.). Budget for that as a lump sum before you arrive.

Do I have to register my address in Argentina?

Address registration isn't a general requirement for short-stay residents here, but check whether your specific visa or a bank needs proof of address.

Can I find furnished or short-term rentals in Argentina?

Furnished + unfurnished and the mid-term market nomads rely on is strong mid-term market. Start your search on Zonaprop, Argenprop, Mercado Libre Inmuebles.

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